Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor in Aberdeenshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Scotland; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure organisation in Scotland is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support major utility projects. Responsibilities include managing contract negotiations and financial governance. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in utilities, knowledge of NEC contracts, and strong negotiation skills. This role offers competitive pay and flexibility with potential contract extension.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in utilities or infrastructure sectors.
• In‑depth knowledge of NEC contracts, especially Options A & C.
• Ability to work independently and manage contract close‑out processes.

Responsibilities

• Close out existing contracts and lead negotiations with contractors regarding overpayments.
• Analyze NEC contract options A and C, perform cost reconciliation.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure contractual compliance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Cost reconciliation

Financial accuracy

Job description

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Overview

A leading infrastructure organisation operating across Scotland is seeking a Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support commercial operations on major utility projects. With a strong focus on contract management and financial governance, they are looking for an experienced professional to join their team in either Aberdeenshire or West Lothian.

Responsibilities

• Close out existing contracts and lead negotiations with contractors regarding overpayments and compensation events.
• Analyze NEC contract options A and C, perform cost reconciliation, and resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with project managers and commercial teams to ensure financial accuracy and contractual compliance across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in utilities or infrastructure sectors.
• In‑depth knowledge of NEC contracts, especially Options A & C.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience handling contractor claims and compensation events.
• Ability to work independently and manage contract close‑out processes.
• Availability for a minimum 6‑month freelance engagement.
• Willingness to be based in either Aberdeenshire or West Lothian.

Benefits

• Competitive day rate.
• Flexible working arrangements with site visits as required.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects.
• Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 6 months.

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